Liverpool fans held their breath after Ryan Gravenberch was withdrawn at half-time during the Netherlands’ 4–0 victory over Finland — but national coach Ronald Koeman has since moved quickly to calm fears.The 22-year-old midfielder, who started alongside Frenkie de Jong in midfield, was replaced by Tijjani Reijnders after reporting slight hamstring discomfort. Speaking after the match, Koeman explained that the decision to take Gravenberch off was purely precautionary:> “Ryan mentioned a bit of tightness in his hamstring, so we didn’t want to take any risks,” Koeman told NOS, as quoted by Voetbalzone.nl.The substitution, he clarified, had nothing to do with tactics. Instead, it was about protecting the Liverpool star’s fitness ahead of a busy club schedule.For Arne Slot and Liverpool supporters, Koeman’s reassurance will come as a relief. Gravenberch has been in impressive form this season, establishing himself as a vital figure in the Reds’ midfield.With a crucial Premier League clash against Manchester United on the horizon, Slot will be hoping the Dutchman’s knock remains as minor as suggested. Liverpool’s squad has already faced a demanding run of fixtures, and maintaining player fitness will be key in the weeks ahead.Meanwhile, Virgil van Dijk and Cody Gakpo both found the net for the Netherlands in the emphatic win — and with the medical team acting swiftly, it seems Gravenberch’s early exit was simply a smart precaution rather than a major setback.Good news for Liverpool fans — crisis averted. 🙌🔴
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